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6th Halle title!

16.06.2013 | Tennis, Starseite 3

Roger celebrated the 77th title of his career and the first of this season after a 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4 victory over Mikhail Youzhny in Halle today.

"I feel fit; I feel confident. I'm excited about what's to come. I'm very pleased with how I played this week," Roger said. He was put under constant pressure until the middle of the second set, when Youzhny double-faulted on break point and Roger then went on to take the set. He took a 4-3 in the third set after a fantastic backhand to later seal his victory and a perfect start into the grass season after just over 2 hours.

With his 77th career title, Roger is now even with John McEnroe on the all-time list after Jimmy Connors (109) and Ivan Lendl (94). Our champion will aim at extending his record of 17 Grand Slam titles at Wimbledon starting in a week's time.

Congrats, Roger :)! But won't he be seeded number 1 or 2 for Wimbledon (won Wimbledon, finalist in Halle and the Olympics)?. And what's this about him being number 5 at the start of Wimbledon? No, he will be number 3, but yes, after Wimbledon, if he "only" reaches the finals and doesn't win he will be most likely number 5.

congratulations roger! knew you could do it! its a shame we dont get coverage of halle here in the uk, so ive only seen highlights but youve been playing amazingly!
looking forward to seeing you at wimbledon, hopefully equaling Rafa's record of eight of the same grand slam! good luck! you can do it, you're the best! x

Congratulations Greatest, you worked hard for this win. We are celebrating with you. Thanks for the tweet/pic and for the pleasure of watching you play. Your little girls are so beautiful. Enjoyed watching them smiling and clapping for you. Enjoy your family, good rest and preparation for the big "W". Hope to watch you hoist that trophy also and break JMac record this time leaving him behind for good this time.
Luv you Champ
Grace/NY